Reviews

My Darling Rogue by April Moran

ashleynichole1021's review

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

Oooooh! I love this book so much! First time reading anything by April and after finishing this one, I’ll most definitely be checking out her other books! Gabriel is 🤌🏽🥵 I swear this man is great at dirty talk. The chemistry between him and Celia is great! He’s so intense and I love it. I also just wanna say that Bryan sucks. That’s all I’ll say about him. But the spice in this book was top notch! A girl loves her erotica and the sex in this book was 100! So so good. But also has a good plot too it as well! So it keeps you interested all around! Page turner for sure. Highly recommend!

mweatherholtz's review

challenging tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

My Darling Rogue seemed more like the older romance books that tend to be a guilty pleasure of mine. The book was a little slow to start but turned hot and heavy really quickly and had a modern 50 shades type twist. This is definitely a book for the 18 and up crowd due to male main character’s proclivities. It was wild and kept me engaged once it picked up and it was an enjoyable read. I look forward to picking up more books by this author.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content

desjmom's review

5.0

I adore historical romance and this one definitely did not disappoint. This is the first book by this author but I assure you it will not be that last! Lady Celia is looking for something she has yet to find, a man who will be all that she needs and wants and who will look past her secret that could ruin her. Gabriel Rose is a unique man in society. He is a bastard yet he is still accepted. He wants Celia even though he shouldn’t. When his life takes an abrupt turnaround, he is elevated to a marquess, he pursues her. Can he look past her secrets? Gabriel his such a great character. I love how he knows just how to push Celia’s buttons yet would do anything to protect her from anyone, even herself.

rachelmoss2017's review

emotional medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

This was a great read! This book had a great storyline, great characters, some very steamy scenes, and was also very well written. This is the first book I've read from this author and I wasn't disappointed. As far as I can gather, this is part of a series, but I honestly couldn't tell. So this can be read as a standalone. There were a few mentions of past characters and a few past events, but not enough to take away from the story. This book gave me big Bridgerton vibes so if you like that you should definitely check this book out! You won't be disappointed!

shannlynn's review

adventurous challenging emotional medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

I am blown away by Gabriel and Celia’s relationship in this beautiful historical romance! This book is full of detailed, steamy scenes that are incredibly written. April Moran certainly knows how to manage to pull you into this story and keep your interest without every sexual encounter being cliché. 

Lady Celia is one of the few friends in her circle that has not found a suitor but still feels the need for distractions. Gabriel does not share the same noble upbringing and is caught in between staying in the shadows or admitting he wants more. Both Gabriel and Lady Celia are on the same page about not wanting to marry, but for similar, unspeakable reasons – they are ashamed of their pasts. While these two seem to be on opposite sides of the love spectrum, they have an un

If we were picking books to re-read, this would be at the top of my list. Even though there are plenty of spectacular steamy sequences in this first book of the Wicked Rogues Romance series, you can expect to be even more fulfilled with the exciting storyline!

will_o_wisp's review

challenging dark emotional

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

 A wonderful time piece romance with a dark and steamy twist. 

Celia Buchanan, a headstrong daughter of high society, with a scarred past pushing shadows onto her future.

Gabriel Rose, a strong man not afraid to play the villain, with a conflicting bloodline. 

They know that something exists between them even before their eyes meet. The chemistry is palpable, and all their friends can tell. But they both try and fight their future.  But fate has a funny way of making everything happen, one way or another. Together, Celia and Gabriel learn each other's secrets and pasts, and work together to build a better future for themselves, together. 

lacymerc12's review

5.0

I love the story line. I love this love story. I love this romantic book. I can't wait to read more from this author.  Great book to read. 

katie_83's review

fast-paced

5.0

Wow!! What a read! Historical romance is by far my favourite genre, I just absolutely love being transported back in time and this book as soon as I read the synopsis I couldn’t wait to get started and my gosh it did not disappoint at all! This was definitely one smoking hot story! I think it’s the first I’ve read by this author and I cannot wait to read more by her. The characters were fantastic to read about, Celia and Gabriel has so much chemistry it just oozed off the pages as I was reading – I am definitely a little bit in love with Gabriel! He was hot, possessive and dominating – book boyfriend material!! The authors attention to detail meant that scenery was easy to imagine. Overall it really was a brilliant read and one that I would highly recommend. 

jennadb's review

4.0

 

My Darling Rogue is a historical romance and the first book in what promises to be a very entertaining series. This is my first book by this author so I didn’t know what to expect but I was definitely surprised. This deliciously delectable book had me hooked.     

My God what a rogue – The mysterious Gabriel is an alpha male. He is a little dark, passionate and possessive, somewhat dangerous and knows what he likes. Cecelia is a bit of a flirt, beautiful and seductive in her own way. Together they are hot, hot, hot. Sexy, steamy and oh so sensual...... 

I enjoyed the push pull of their relationship and navigating things from their secrets and past. 

Grab a copy you won’t be disappointed.